Alcona Health Center

03/17/2026

UPDATE: 11:30AM March 17, 2026:
Updated: Lincoln Clinic will be opening at 12pm today. We are working to open Lincoln Pharmacy as soon as possible, but they are currently experiencing significant connectivity issues, leaving them unable to fill prescriptions. If you need to speak with a member of our team, please call 989-419-3849 between 10:00am and 5:30pm. To reach Alpena Pharmacy, please call 989-419-3850 between 10:00am and 5:30pm.

We have telehealth visits available today for patients in all areas, as well as in person appointments at open clinics. Walk-In Services will be available at Alpena Services from 10:00am to 5:30pm.

‼ AHC ANNOUNCEMENT for March 17, 2026. ‼

We appreciate your understanding as we navigate opening locations through staffing shortages and power outages due to weather conditions. Please see the updated list below for March 17th, 2026 clinic openings and delays.

⚠ We have telehealth appointments available for patients in all locations, regardless of site closures. If you need to speak with someone on our team or schedule an appointment, Please call 989-419-3849 between 10:00am and 5:30pm. To reach the Alpena Pharmacy, please call 989-419-3850⚠

Delayed until 9am:
-Oscoda Services
-Oscoda Dental
-OWL Clinic

Delayed until 10am
-Alpena Services
-Alpena Pharmacy
-Alpena High Health Center
-Petoskey Child Health Associates

Delayed until 12pm
-Lincoln Services

Closed:
-AHC Pediatrics building will be closed – Providers will see patients from Alpena Services.
-Ossineke Services
-Harrisville Services
-Wildcat Clinic
-Tiger Clinic
-Long Rapids Plaza
-Alpena Dental
-Community Health Center of Northern Michigan (Harbor Springs)
-Pellston Services
-Indian River Services
-Pickford Medical Clinic
-Cheboygan Services
-Lincoln Pharmacy

We apologize for any inconvenience. A staff member will contact all affected patients to reschedule.

03/17/2026

If you or someone you know needs assistance during this winter storm, help is available through 211.

📞Call 2-1-1
📱Text your ZIP code to 898-211

Whether you need shelter, food, a place to warm up, emotional care, or help finding local resources, trained specialists have the latest information and are prepared to connect you with services in your community.

Michigan State Police | | #211 | |

03/17/2026

Posted on behalf of MyMichigan:
An oxygen refill station will be opening today at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena to assist those who rely on portable oxygen. The refill trailer will be located in the visitor parking lot near the HealthPlex South Entrance. Volunteers will be available to fill tanks today from 10 a.m until 6 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Please bring the tanks with regulators removed.

IMPORTANT UPDATE
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena

Please take time to check on your friends, family and neighbors and contact 911 if you find someone that needs assistance.

PDF version of the MyMichigan release on Oxygen
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dWL0gsaMniv5Iow05lPefHyHEhVyfRj1/view?usp=sharing

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON OXYGEN FROM MYMichigan
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena
ALPENA, Mich. – Beginning Tuesday, March 17, MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena will host a portable trailer to refill oxygen tanks for area emergency personnel and community members who rely on portable oxygen.
The refill trailer will be located in the visitor parking lot near the HealthPlex South Entrance on the MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena campus, 1501 W. Chisholm Street. Volunteers will be available to fill tanks Tuesday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All portable oxygen tanks without regulators can be filled at the trailer. Individuals should bring their tanks with regulators removed. Volunteers will be on-site to assist with the refill process.
“We are once again grateful to the State Police Emergency Management and the Regional Health Coalition for deploying this portable oxygen refill trailer for our community members,” said Mike Erickson, market president, MyMichigan Medical Centers in Alpena, Saginaw, Standish, Tawas and Towne Centre. “This service will help ensure that those who rely on portable oxygen continue to have access during the community’s recovery from another incredible winter storm.”
MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena has been on full power since approximately noon on Monday, March 16. While some offices closed Monday due to the winter storm, the Medical Center expects to resume normal outpatient appointments, procedures and testing, including provider clinics and Urgent Care, on Tuesday, March 17.
Community members are encouraged to continue monitoring local updates as recovery efforts continue across Northeast Michigan.

03/17/2026

Shared on behalf of MyMichigan Health. Please see the information attached for updates on oxygen tank refills in Alpena, Tuesday through Friday!

IMPORTANT UPDATE
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena

Please take time to check on your friends, family and neighbors and contact 911 if you find someone that needs assistance.

PDF version of the MyMichigan release on Oxygen
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dWL0gsaMniv5Iow05lPefHyHEhVyfRj1/view?usp=sharing

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON OXYGEN FROM MYMichigan
Oxygen Refill Station Opens Tuesday at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena
ALPENA, Mich. – Beginning Tuesday, March 17, MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena will host a portable trailer to refill oxygen tanks for area emergency personnel and community members who rely on portable oxygen.
The refill trailer will be located in the visitor parking lot near the HealthPlex South Entrance on the MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena campus, 1501 W. Chisholm Street. Volunteers will be available to fill tanks Tuesday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All portable oxygen tanks without regulators can be filled at the trailer. Individuals should bring their tanks with regulators removed. Volunteers will be on-site to assist with the refill process.
“We are once again grateful to the State Police Emergency Management and the Regional Health Coalition for deploying this portable oxygen refill trailer for our community members,” said Mike Erickson, market president, MyMichigan Medical Centers in Alpena, Saginaw, Standish, Tawas and Towne Centre. “This service will help ensure that those who rely on portable oxygen continue to have access during the community’s recovery from another incredible winter storm.”
MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena has been on full power since approximately noon on Monday, March 16. While some offices closed Monday due to the winter storm, the Medical Center expects to resume normal outpatient appointments, procedures and testing, including provider clinics and Urgent Care, on Tuesday, March 17.
Community members are encouraged to continue monitoring local updates as recovery efforts continue across Northeast Michigan.

03/17/2026

⚠ WARMING SHELTER INFORMATION ⚠

Please see the flyer attached for a list of warming shelters in Northern Michigan. These shelters are not sponsored by AHC. We urge all residents to take precautions and stay safe during this winter storm.

AHC will have telehealth visits available for all patients tomorrow, regardless of if the clinic in your area is open. If you need to speak with a member of our team or inquire about an appointment, please call 989-419-3849 between the hours of 10:00am and 5:30pm.

Thank you!

03/16/2026

PLEASE SHARE: Warming Center Locations in the Lower Peninsula.

We are still working on compiling more locations across the District with our state partners, however, here is our initial list.

Of note, across the Upper Peninsula, many warming center locations have not opened yet due to travel being nearly impossible in many areas.

03/15/2026

March 17, 2026:
We have an updated post on our page with clinic hours and closures for March 17, 2026. If you have questions or need to speak with a member of our team, please send us a message or contact us between 10am-5:30pm at 989-419-3849. We do have telehealth visits available for patients in all areas, regardless of clinic closures and delays.

‼️ AHC ANNOUNCEMENT: Update, March 16, 2026.

Due to weather and travel conditions, most of our locations will remain closed today. Please see the below lists for all closures and openings. Walk-In Only Services for all ages will be available at our AHC Pediatrics location from 12pm-5pm. Their address is listed below.

Due to phone outages, starting at noon, please call 989-419-3849 to reach our team. Your patience and understanding is appreciated as we are operating with limited staff.

Open from 12pm - 5pm:
-Alpena Pharmacy
-Adult and Pediatric Acute/Walk-in Services Only from AHC Pediatrics
Address: 1209 US 23 North Alpena MI 49707

Closing at 11am - These clinics are also experiencing phone outages.
-Oscoda Services
-Oscoda Dental

Closed
-Pickford Services
-Cheboygan Services
-Petoskey Child Health Associates
-Community Health Center of Northern MI
-Indian River Services
-Pellston Clinic
-Ossineke Services
-Long Rapids Plaza
-Wildcat Clinic
-Alpena Services
-Alpena Dental
-Lincoln Services
-Lincoln Pharmacy
-Harrisville Clinic

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

03/05/2026

Our team spent the day in Lansing with Michigan Primary Care Assocation and other rural federally qualified health centers, meeting with the offices of Senators John DaMoose and Michelle Hoitenga, and Representatives Parker Fairbairn and Cam Cavitt. Together, we advocated for the resources that keep our communities healthy.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our mission and to work alongside state leaders who value strong, sustainable healthcare for all Michigan residents.

03/03/2026

🌟 Meet Dr. Joseph Garlinghouse! 🌟

Pickford Medical Clinic is excited to welcome our newest provider to the team.

Dr. Garlinghouse is now accepting patients — with convenient Friday appointments available. Whether you’re due for a check‑up or looking for a new primary care provider, now’s the perfect time to get scheduled.

📞 Call the clinic today at (906) 647-2217 and book your appointment!

Joseph Garlinghouse, MD MPH Family Medicine Joseph Garlinghouse, Doctor of Medicine, graduated from the University of Michigan in 1999, earning both his Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees. He has a special interest in hospice and palliative medicine and is dedicated to providing....

02/28/2026

02/18/2026

‼️ For the safety of our patients and staff, the following sites will be closing early.

3:30pm - Pickford Medical Clinic
4:00pm - Indian River Services

We appreciate your understanding!